2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 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 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | F-250 | 146 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 50 L |