1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 39 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1006 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulia | Touran |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |