1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1661 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.
Because 1970 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge 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 | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTA | Edge |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 132 L |