1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1721 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
