1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (191 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (158 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Caimano | 240 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
