1974 Alfa Romeo GT 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 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 814 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Sharan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2919 mm |