1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
