2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (192 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | F-150 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
