1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1970 AMC Gremlin
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 7 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 314 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Gremlin (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin 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 | 1970 AMC Gremlin | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | Giulia | Gremlin |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
