1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1976 Volvo 66 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | 66 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |