1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 39 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 528 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.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 2009 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Maverick 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 | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Maverick |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |