1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 49 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 301 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulietta | Bora |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
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 | 74 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |