1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 892 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTA | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
