1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 40 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 747 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | GTI |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
