1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 14 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 535 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |