1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 163 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 156 | CC |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |