1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 1900 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2893 mm |