1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 277 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 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 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 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 | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1247 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 |
