1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 4 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 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 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulia | 124 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |