1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is newer by 37 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 32 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Desert Excursion |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
