1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr 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 60 more horse power than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 151 kg more than 1962 Ford Zephyr. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1962 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |