1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2000 Ford Econoline is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Econoline 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 | 2000 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Econoline |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3510 mm |