1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTA | F-150 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3050 mm |