1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1998 Ford Taurus is newer by 18 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Taurus (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Taurus (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Taurus 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 | 1998 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
