2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1992 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair. 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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1992 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
