1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 42 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 500 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTV | Kuga |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |