1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 50 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | T5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
