1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfa 6 | Golf |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |