1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 47 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 761 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulia | S60 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2776 mm |
