1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1989 Ford Meteor is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 1750 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
