2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | E-350 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
