1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 7 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. Both 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1986 Ford Capri are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Capri weights approximately 82 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Capri |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1182 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
