1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 280 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, 1998 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
