1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 21 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (278 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
