1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfa 6 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |
