1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 75 | Econoline |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1566 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |