1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 1975 Volvo 66 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 66.
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 Junior (115 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Junior | 66 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
