1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 105 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfetta | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
