1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 1800 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800.
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, 1972 Volvo 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulietta | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
