1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 770 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfetta | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
