1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 19 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 245 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Austin Ambassador (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador 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 | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulia | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
