1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1975 MG MGB
To start off, 1975 MG MGB is newer by 12 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1975 MG MGB.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 MG MGB 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 | 1975 MG MGB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Giulia | MGB |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
