1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 9 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Giulia | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 59 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
