1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 40 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 15 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 44 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Passat |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |