2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Touareg | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
