1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1900 | SP |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
