1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Volvo 440 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 440 weights approximately 347 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 440, 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, 1993 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulia | 440 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
