1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 33 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
