1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 486 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
