1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Volvo 240 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 240 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1987 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Giulietta | 240 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |