1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 38 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Excursion |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 3020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 167 L |