1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dardo | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
