1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 BMW 318
To start off, 1994 BMW 318 is newer by 32 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1994 BMW 318. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 318 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 318 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 | 1994 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 318 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
