1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 40 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1184 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR 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 | 2003 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | SSR |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 5316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
