1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 69 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfa 6 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
