1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 29 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 228 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition 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 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 106 L |
