1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP) has 214 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 646 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulietta | Golf |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 266 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2578 mm |