1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Ford TS-50
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 is newer by 31 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 1,989 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford TS-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TS-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TS-50 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford TS-50 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1969 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, 2000 Ford TS-50 (175 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TS-50 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 | 2000 Ford TS-50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | TS-50 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
