1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 Ford Windstar

To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1995 Ford Windstar were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Windstar (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Windstar weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Ford Windstar (220 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (186 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Windstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Alfa Romeo GTV 1995 Ford Windstar
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model GTV Windstar
Year Released 1995 1995
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 3797 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 150 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 220 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5120 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1920 mm


 

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