1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Ford Royale
To start off, 1996 Ford Royale is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Royale.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Royale, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Royale (173 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Royale |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
