1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 57 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 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 | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
