2000 Ford Laser vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser, 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Laser | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
