1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Ford Ka
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 39 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 69 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 311 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Ford Ka | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Ka |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1019 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |