1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 22 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 33 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
