1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Volvo XC60

To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 55 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2010 Volvo XC60
Make Alfa Romeo Volvo
Model Giulietta XC60
Year Released 1955 2010
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1288 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 281 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1500 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 863 kg 1893 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1712 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2774 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L


 

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