1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1776 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfetta | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4198 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 144 L |
