1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Volvo 66. 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.
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1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | 66 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |