1999 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2001 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1772 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
