1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (124 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 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 | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulia | 850 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
