1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
