1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 655 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.
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, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 | 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Giulia | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
