1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 583 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | GT | V70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
