1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1319 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.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulietta | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2881 mm |