1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 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 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 195 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 1900 | Golf |
Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1883 cc | 1763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 225 Nm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |