1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 51 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series 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 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 181 L |
