2009 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Citi | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Citi | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
