2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 29 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 159 | GTV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 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 | 1770 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
