1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (176 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
