1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (117 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Spider | 343 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
