1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1248 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3670 mm |
