1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 45 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 287 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
