1983 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1983 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV (154 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 200 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV (203 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada. 1983 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1983 Ford Granada | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTV | Granada |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 98 HP |
Torque | 203 Nm | 151 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |