1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 120 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 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, 1966 Volvo 120 (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | GTA | 120 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 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 | 45 L |
