1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 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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1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | AR 51 | Golf |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |