1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 42 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
