1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 45 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 48 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Ka weights approximately 17 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.
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, 2012 Ford Ka, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 1750 | Ka |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |