1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulia | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
