1968 Volkswagen 411 vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volkswagen 411 | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 411 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
