1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 35 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 1,984 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 228 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |
