1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 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), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1221 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 98 L |
