1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar

To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 351 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.

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, 1996 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aerostar 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 1996 Ford Aerostar
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model 75 Aerostar
Year Released 1986 1996
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 153 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1164 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3030 mm


 

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