1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 1750 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |