1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 352 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfasud | Touareg |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |