1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 34 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 460 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460, 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, 1995 Volvo 460 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Giulietta | 460 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |