1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTV | Vedette |
Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |