1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, 1990 Volvo 480 is newer by 27 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), 1990 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 480 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 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, 1990 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 480 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 | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Giulia | 480 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |