1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 38 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (137 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 440 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 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 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulia | S60 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
