2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Volare 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 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Spider | Volare |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
