1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 295 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Taunus |
Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |