1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1969 Ford 17 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | 17 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1075 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 | 87 L |