1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
