1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1521 kg more than 1992 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 125 L |
