1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 22 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 81 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Meteor |
Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |