1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 859 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 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 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Junior | S80 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2835 mm |