2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 948 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 31 L |
