1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Puma weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma, 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Puma |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
