1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1994 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Applause |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
