2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2005 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 409 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTV | Bantam |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1036 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |