1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2824 mm |
