1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 1600 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1600 | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |
