1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 215 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (163 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Graduate | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 54 L |
