1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTA | Golf |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |