1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 49 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1322 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition 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 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |
