1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1975 Volvo 240

To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.

Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1975 Volvo 240
Make Alfa Romeo Volvo
Model Giulietta 240
Year Released 1960 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2127 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 113 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2650 mm


 

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