1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 350 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulia | Passat |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |