1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfetta | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 132 L |
