1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra 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 | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
