1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 119 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTV | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 55.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2300 mm |