1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 273 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 902 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2011 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider 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:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 142 L |
