1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 2000 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 (190 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
