1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 467 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Ranger 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 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Ranger |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 209 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3193 mm |