2010 Ford Kuga vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 31 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 24 more horse power than 2010 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Kuga 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:
| 2010 Ford Kuga | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Kuga | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
