1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 75 | Ranchero |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 7022 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 110.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 91.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |