1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 48 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 393 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Sharan |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2919 mm |