1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3510 mm |
