1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1964 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1964 Mini Countryman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 310 kg more than 1964 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1964 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Giulia | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2140 mm |
