1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (223 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | 850 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 73 L |