1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 146 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 132 L |
