1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1990 BMW 316
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 28 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1990 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 316 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
