1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1951 Austin A 70
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 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 | 1951 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulia | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 56 L |
