1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Giulia | 230 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
