1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 576 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 | 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2990 mm |
