1961 Volvo 220 vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Volvo 220 | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 220 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
