1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 33 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 116 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulia | Polo |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |