2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor. 1985 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
