1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 33 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 274 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Citi |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 49 L |
