1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera and 1997 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera weights approximately 177 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera 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. 1997 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scighera | Golf |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
