1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 689 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTV | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
