1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 43 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 374 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon 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 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Falcon |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |