1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 415 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulietta | Passat |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1355 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |