1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 332 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfetta | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |
