1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Audi A3
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 33 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 500 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, 1996 Audi A3, 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, 1996 Audi A3 (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 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 | 1996 Audi A3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Giulia | A3 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |