1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 38 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (114 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 425 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (270 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo C30 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 | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | GT | C30 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
