1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 Volvo 240 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 240. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 240 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 2600 | 240 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |