1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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 Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Giulia | Ranger |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |