1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2009 Ford F-250

To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.

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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 2009 Ford F-250
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model 1900 F-250
Year Released 1950 2009
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1883 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 495 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5770 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3490 mm


 

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