1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 757 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Biscayne |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1807 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 87 L |
