1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 17 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 35 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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
