1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 45 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 123 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 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 | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Spider | C30 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
