1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 43 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 203 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (205 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
