1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 167 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1976 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 2009 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfetta | Golf |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 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 | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
