1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | 360 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |