1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Corrado |
Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2480 mm |