1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3030 mm |
