1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTA | Explorer |
Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |