1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Spider | 66 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
