1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 942 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 1750 | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
