1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 45 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 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Fusion |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |