1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1971 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 13 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), 1971 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
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, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo P 1800 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 | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 2000 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |