1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1959 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulietta | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |