1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
