1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 is newer by 37 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche 996 weights approximately 735 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 2000 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 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 | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Giulia | 996 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |