1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 37 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Polo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |