1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 31 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 760 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.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 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 | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Giulia | 850 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |