1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (115 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Spider | 66 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
