1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nuvola | Golf |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
