1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 275 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick 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 | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
