1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 51 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 661 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulietta | V50 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
