1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 49 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulietta | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
