1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1950 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Giulia | 40 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
