1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 37 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 3 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | S60 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |