1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2004 Ford Econovan. 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfa 6 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |