1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1968 Volkswagen 411 (125 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1968 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | 411 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |