1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 606 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | Golf |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
