1973 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1600 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 71 L |
