1977 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1992 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1992 Ford Corsair is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 90 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1977 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 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair, 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 GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1992 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
