1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 113 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm). This means 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.7 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |