1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1960 Volvo 120

To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volvo 120 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.

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, 1960 Volvo 120 (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Alfa Romeo Junior 1960 Volvo 120
Make Alfa Romeo Volvo
Model Junior 120
Year Released 1970 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1582 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 79.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 995 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2610 mm


 

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