1999 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 148 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | New Beetle | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
