1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 41 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 54 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 315 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Sharan |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |