1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Beetle. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Beetle, 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.
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1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1974 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulia | Beetle |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |