1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 14 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (125 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 765 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Giulia | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
