1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 40 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), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTA | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
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 | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |