1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 83 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1967 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Polo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2470 mm |