1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1954 Ford Consul
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 285 kg more than 1954 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1954 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Consul |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
