1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1821 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 2012 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTA | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 132 L |
