1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 39 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 155 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.
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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati, 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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Parati 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 | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulietta | Parati |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |