1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 38 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 337 kg more than 1966 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulia | Passat |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |