1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Eos |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |