1960 Volvo 120 vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 511 kg more than 1960 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volvo 120 | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 120 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
