1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 42 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 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 | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulia | S40 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
