1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | GTV | V50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
