1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 511 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 Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Passat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
