1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTV | F-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |