1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 1750 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |
