1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2063 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 2939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
