1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 38 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 78 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
