1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 120 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | GTA | 120 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |