1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 48 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 983 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulia | S60 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2776 mm |
