1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 38 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 375 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Bora |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 169 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
