1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1971 Volvo 140 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 2600 | 140 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |