1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1969 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 210 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |