1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2002 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2002 Ford Econoline is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econoline (198 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 855 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2002 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfa 6 | Econoline |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |