1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 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 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (54 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 296 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
