1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 1986 Volvo 242 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volvo 242 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 242. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 242. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volvo 242 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Volvo 242 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 242 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Giulia | 242 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |