2006 Volkswagen Pickup vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup, 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, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Pickup | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
