1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
