2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Because 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | MiTo | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
