1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 47 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Edge (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Edge |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
