1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1750 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
