1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Because 1980 Volvo 66 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 1980 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Alfasud | 66 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
