1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 45 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Spider | S80 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
