1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 288 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | Golf |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |