1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2648 mm |
