1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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 GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTA | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |