2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 156 | GTV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
