1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 34 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 28 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka 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 | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Tonka |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4200 mm |
