1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 568 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.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
