1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 41 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 361 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
