2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2012 Ford F-350 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 2012 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 132 L |
