1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Volvo V40 (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 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 | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Alfetta | V40 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |