1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 382 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfetta | Sharan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |