1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 37 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 774 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfetta | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2919 mm |
