1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac 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 55 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 60 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
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 | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |