1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1986 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1986 Ford Aerostar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1986 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
