1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular 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 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 600 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1960 Ford Popular | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Popular |
Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
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 RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 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 | 730 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 | 55 L |