1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 39 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 69 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Ford Ka | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Ka |
Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |