2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1988 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 717 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1988 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2300 mm |
