1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 1800. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
