1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 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 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 119 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 562 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2300 mm |