1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Spider | 240 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
