1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1982 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1982 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 18 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 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 247 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (264 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird 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 | 1982 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
