1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 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, 1972 Volvo 1800 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Alfetta | 1800 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |