1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1973 Seat 1430 is newer by 10 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Giulia | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
