1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (264 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 164 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
