2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. (207 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164, 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | F-350 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5398 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 70 L |
