1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 34 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 29 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 330 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
