1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 1750 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |