1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 353 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
