2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
