1974 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 36 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTV | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
