1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 50 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 545 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caddy 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 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model Giulietta Caddy
Year Released 1959 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 79.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
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 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 60 L


 

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