1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 46 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 239 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulia | Polo |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1209 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |