1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 112 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Spider | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
