1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 34 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 65 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, 1999 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
