1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Ford 021 C
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford 021 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 298 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford 021 C (146 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm). This means 1999 Ford 021 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Ford 021 C | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | 021 C |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 146 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |