1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. (116 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 116 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |