1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Giulia | P5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
