1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 38 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1364 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan, 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 Multivan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTA | Multivan |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |