1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (134 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 618 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Touran |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
