1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GT | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |