2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2002 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 228 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTV | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 169 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |