1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 145 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 2000 | 145 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |