1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
