1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 40 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 530 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis 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 | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Spider | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |