1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer significantly more control. 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 Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Caravelle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
