1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2464 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Excursion |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3490 mm |