1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1973 Ford Granada
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Granada weights approximately 252 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Granada (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1973 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
