1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 430 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 1999 Volkswagen Golf
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model 1750 Golf
Year Released 1969 1999
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1777 cc 3201 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 131 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 95.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 62 L


 

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