1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 22 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 535 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial 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 | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 74 L |
