1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1991 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. (43 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Because 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1991 Volkswagen Polo
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model Giulietta Polo
Year Released 1954 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1043 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 76 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 166 km/hour 145 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 850 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 50 L


 

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