1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 534 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Passat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
