2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tiguan | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |
