1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
