1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1991 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 28 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 798 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Nova |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
