1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 150 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, 1984 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTA | Passat |
Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |