1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | GTV | 145 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
