1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 766 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Junior | F-450 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 4390 mm |