1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 232 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Spider (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Jetta |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2651 mm |