1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 29 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfa 6 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
