1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
