1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 29 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulia | Gol |
Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |