1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 25 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 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 | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3520 mm |
