1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2009 Ford Galaxy is newer by 46 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 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 320 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |