1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 27 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.
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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger 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 | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfetta | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
