1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 177 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1750 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
