1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 2600 | XC70 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |