1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 29 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 907 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2011 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfa 6 | F-450 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 4379 mm |