1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 338 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
