1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 45 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 483 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 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1750 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
