2000 Ford Puma vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Puma | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
