1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfa 6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
