1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2012 Ford F-150

To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1335 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.

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 F-150 (515 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 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 2012 Ford F-150
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model Caimano F-150
Year Released 1971 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1278 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 86 HP 360 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 515 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 1048 kg 2383 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 5890 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1100 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 3670 mm


 

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