1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 33 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 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 242 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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 739 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 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 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfetta | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 144 L |
