1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | F-150 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |