1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 770 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba 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 | 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Giulia | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2930 mm |
