1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 103 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfetta | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 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 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 132 L |
