1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo 1800 is newer by 14 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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, 1972 Volvo 1800 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 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 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 2000 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |