1983 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 1985 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. 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 80 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 135 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1985 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Granada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
