1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (200 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Spider | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
