1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 638 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | Passat |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 62 L |
