1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1976 Volvo 66

To start off, both 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 1976 Volvo 66 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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. 1976 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia 1976 Volvo 66
Make Alfa Romeo Volvo
Model Giulia 66
Year Released 1976 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1108 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1390 mm