1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
