1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex, 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Flex |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
