1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Ford Escort
To start off, 1978 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 455 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Escort |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
