1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 69 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
