1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-350 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Sprint | F-350 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3610 mm |