1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Ford 49
To start off, 2001 Ford 49 is newer by 32 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 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford 49 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford 49 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford 49 weights approximately 278 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, 2001 Ford 49 (175 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Ford 49 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 | 2001 Ford 49 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | 49 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
