2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | F-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3050 mm |