1989 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
