1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Passat |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
