1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1995 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1972 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 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1995 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Golf |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |