1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 131 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1975 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 2004 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfetta | Bora |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |