1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 46 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 180 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion 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 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Fusion |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |