1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1982 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Giulia | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
