1997 Ford Aerostar vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1997 Ford Aerostar is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 399 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Aerostar | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Aerostar | 2600 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |