1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 833 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3050 mm |
