1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 340 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | Golf |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
