1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulietta | 66 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
