1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1968 Ford 17 (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | 17 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |