1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 650 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Giulia | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 88 L |
