1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Ford Probe
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1997 Ford Probe were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Ford Probe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Probe |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |