1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Ford Royale
To start off, 1997 Ford Royale is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Ford Royale | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Royale |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |