1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 555 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | SZ | Ranger |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |