1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 39 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 287 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta, 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 GTA (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTA | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |