1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfetta | 17 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
