1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulietta | Passat |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |