1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 26 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 73 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulia | 460 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
