1996 Ford Royale vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Royale would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Royale.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Royale | GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
