1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 10 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 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Carina |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
