1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 47 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 429 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 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 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Spider | S80 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |
