1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 829 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 1900 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2835 mm |
