1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 200 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
