1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (149 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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 (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfetta | Bora |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |