1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 44 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 676 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.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Escape 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 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Escape |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |