1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 45 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
