1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 45 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1640 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulia | T5 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |