1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2009 Ford Explorer

To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.

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 Ford Explorer (369 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 2009 Ford Explorer
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model Alfetta Explorer
Year Released 1975 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 4799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 399 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 369 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1880 mm


 

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