1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 10 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfa 6 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3193 mm |