1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 6 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Alfetta | 145 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
