1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 1986 Volvo 242 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volvo 242 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 242. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 242. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volvo 242 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 242. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 242.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Alfetta | 242 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |