1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen T5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen T5 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen T5 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 T5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | T5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| 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 | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
