1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 350 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 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 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Giulia | 968 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 74 L |
