1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 229 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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.
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1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 6C | Golf |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |