1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |