1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 45 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 21 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Fox, 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulietta | Fox |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |