2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2004 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 24 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (411 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
