1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 32 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 670 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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 | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Microbus |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |