1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (88 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 2 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
