1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, both 1977 Alfa Romeo GT and 1977 Volvo 66 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 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.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | GT | 66 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1106 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |