1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 29 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (127 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Giulietta | 780 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |