1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 31 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 811 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.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Freestyle (281 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
