1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1518 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Junior | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3510 mm |
