1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 39 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Ranger 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 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTA | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 82 L |
