1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTV | Falcon |
Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |