1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1909 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 876 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 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2919 mm |
