1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 17 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 845 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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 | 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | Giulia | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
