1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
