1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulietta | K 70 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |