1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
