1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 39 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 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 229 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 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 | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Giulia | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |
