1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 25 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 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 85 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |