1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 22 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 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 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfa 6 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
