1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1973 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1973 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
