1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Ford Ranger

To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

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, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2011 Ford Ranger
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model Giulietta Ranger
Year Released 1983 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 5171 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3193 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 74 L


 

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