1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Volare is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 463 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Spider | Volare |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
