1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 42 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 32 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1404 mm |
