1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 1976 Ford Torino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 320 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Torino |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |
