1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2004 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fusion weights approximately 387 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fusion, 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, 2004 Ford Fusion (160 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2004 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTA | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
