1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 294 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Because 1980 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2010 Volkswagen Touran
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model Giulietta Touran
Year Released 1980 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1961 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 185 km/hour 179 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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