1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
