1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1987 Austin Montego
To start off, 1987 Austin Montego is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Montego weights approximately 470 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Montego 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 | 1987 Austin Montego | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Giulia | Montego |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |