1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 315 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (198 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Ranger 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 | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfetta | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1395 kg |
