1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 42 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1272 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.
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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 1750 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |