1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 44 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |
