1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
