1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Volvo 343
To start off, 1978 Volvo 343 is newer by 11 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 93 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 343. (109 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | 343 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |