1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 49 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1452 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulietta | Citi |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 49 L |