1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 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), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 670 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
