1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 31 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
