1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 11 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 35 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Vega 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 | 1974 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Vega |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |
