1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 21 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfetta | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
