1970 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 230 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2300 mm |
