1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 66 (56 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66.
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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (95 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Giulietta | 66 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 56 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 94 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |