1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, both 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1980 Volvo 66 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Alfasud | 66 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |