1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 23 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTV | Golf |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1077 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
