1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 31 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 436 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Giulietta | Touran |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1516 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 |
