1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 27 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 440 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 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 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | Giulia | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
