1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Alfasud | 220 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
