1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 25 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 64 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1044 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
