1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (145 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulia | PV 544 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
