1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
