1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 855 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Giulia | Jetta |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |