1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 47 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 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 | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Spider | S60 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 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 | 0 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1609 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 | 100 L | 67 L |
