1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 48 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1040 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulietta | Touareg |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |