1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 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 129 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 60 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, 1976 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
