1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 20 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | Gol |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
