1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 316 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulia | Golf |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1288 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |