1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 35 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 535 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.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (175 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Maverick 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 | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
