1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra is newer by 32 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Opel Tigra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 415 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, 1995 Opel Tigra, 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra 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 | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulia | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
