1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 220 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 220 (144 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1965 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Spider | 220 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
