1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Nuvola | E-Series |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2017 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3505 mm |