1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 48 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 38 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
