1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Antara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
