1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 32 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Alfetta | V50 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |