1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 24 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 432 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Ranger (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger 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 | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
