1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 13 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 750 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
