1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 32 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Econoline (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3510 mm |
