1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 245 (81 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1991 Volvo 245 (143 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1991 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulietta | 245 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
