1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 400 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 860 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 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 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 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Giulia | 400 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 118 L |