2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion 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 166 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 835 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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 1986 Ford Orion. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion. 1986 Ford Orion has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Orion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1986 Ford Orion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Orion |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |