1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 220 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 33 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
