1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 155 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
