1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1302 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Caimano | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3490 mm |
