1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 42 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 139 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |