1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3510 mm |
