1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 16 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 82 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Granada |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
