1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 21 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 (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup, 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
