1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 53 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mustang | 2000 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |