1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1505 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 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 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-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 144 L |
