1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Volvo 240 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 240. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 240 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Giulia | 240 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 96 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |