1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Ford Model U
To start off, 2003 Ford Model U is newer by 38 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 14 more horse power than 2003 Ford Model U. (149 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Model U.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Model U. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Model U.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Ford Model U | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Model U |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |