1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 509 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caimano | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2604 mm |
