1980 Alfa Romeo 179 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 (177 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 179 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1340 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
