1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2191 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3490 mm |
