1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 48 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 211 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |