1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 99 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
