1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 202 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Polo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
