1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 23 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 90 | Polo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |