1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 24 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 45 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 125 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Spider | Apollo |
Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |