1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Alfetta | Rossa |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 114 L |