1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 523 kg more than 1976 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang 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 | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfetta | Mustang |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |