1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (109 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 54 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Jetta |
Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2480 mm |