1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1988 Alpine V6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alpine V6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | V6 | 1302 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |