1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 45 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2005 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulietta | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
