1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (197 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfetta | Granada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
