1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 870 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GT | Maverick |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |