1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 476 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | Golf |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 188 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 | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
