1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1971 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 8 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 665 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Impala 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 | 1971 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Impala |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
