1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1608 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | Spider | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |
