1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 298 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Capri |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
