1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Capri weights approximately 142 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Capri |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1182 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
