1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 627 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
