1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 42 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1106 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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 | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | Spider | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 127 L |
