1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 170 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger 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 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 132 L |
