1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 25 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 176 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 (220 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 2600 | 960 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 143 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |