1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 353 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang 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 | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfetta | Mustang |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |