1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 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 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Alfasud | 120 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
