1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 33 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
