1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 41 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Taurus (250 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus 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 | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
