1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 527 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 1750 | Passat |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |