1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 40 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 134 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |