1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 Alpina B 10

To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 38 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1100 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 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 2001 Alpina B 10
Make Alfa Romeo Alpina
Model Giulia B 10
Year Released 1963 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1568 cc 4619 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 129 HP 342 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 640 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2840 mm


 

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