1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 26 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | V6 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
