1995 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 123 kg more than 1995 Ford Contour. 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 Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Contour | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Contour | GT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
