1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 164 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |