1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 199 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Passat |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1529 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |