1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1982 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1982 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfetta | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
