1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900

To start off, both 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 and 1957 Volvo P 1900 were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 1957 Volvo P 1900
Make Alfa Romeo Volvo
Model 1900 P 1900
Year Released 1957 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 1414 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2610 mm


 

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