1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 21 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 73 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 305 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | 440 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |