1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 1992 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 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion, 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |
