1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 219 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1976 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulia | Golf |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |