2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2000 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 52 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTV | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 408 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |