2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 465 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
