1983 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1979 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV (154 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Mustang (209 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. (203 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1979 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
