1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 1976 Volvo 240 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 240 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | 240 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |