1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo GT 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 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo, 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, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2540 mm |
