1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 23 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 67 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Tempo |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |