1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1970 Ford Taunus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Taunus |
Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |