1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 44 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
