1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Alfasud | 220 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
