1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Escort |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 875 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
