1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 343 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 343 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | GT | 343 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |