1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 33 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2007 Ford E-150 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 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3510 mm |
