1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1960 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 19 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1960 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTV | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |