1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 32 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
