1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
