1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGA 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 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Giulia | MGA |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
