1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTA | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
