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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG MGA weights approximately 260 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
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 | 1568 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
