1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1998 Ford Tracer is newer by 32 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) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Ford Tracer. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Tracer. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
