1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | 240 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |