1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 28 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 45 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | 460 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |