1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 677 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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 CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulietta | CC |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |