1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1962 Volvo 220 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 220 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Giulietta | 220 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |