1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 1978 Volvo 240 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
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, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 2600 | 240 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |