1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1674 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | F-250 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4200 cc |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 144 L |