1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 55 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 19 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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.
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1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | AR 51 | Golf |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |