1976 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1980 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 167 L |
