1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 34 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 515 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 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 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Alfetta | F430 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 311 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 95 L |