1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Ford Escort
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 513 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Escort |
Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 31 L |