1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Ford Ka
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 38 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 104 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Ford Ka | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Ka |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |