1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 256 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Golf |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |