1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 1985 Porsche 911 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 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 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
