1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 47 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1262 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
