1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 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 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Giulia | P4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |