1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
