1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
