1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Volvo 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1970 Volvo 120. 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, 1970 Volvo 120 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 2000 | 120 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |