1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 39 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 660 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 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 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 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Giulia | S60 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |