1974 Ford Granada vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Granada | 90 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
