1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 41 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Polo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |