1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 46 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1224 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 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 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 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulia | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
