1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, both 1999 Ford Econoline and 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 875 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Econoline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ford Econoline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Econoline | 166 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |