1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 293 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, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 2005 Volkswagen Passat
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model 1750 Passat
Year Released 1967 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 122 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.3:1
Top Speed 185 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1038 kg 1331 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 62 L


 

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