1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1468 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
