1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTV | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
