1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Giulietta | 360 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |