1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 72 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang 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 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Mustang |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |