2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 545 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
