1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo P 1800 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 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, 1969 Volvo P 1800 (167 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1969 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |