1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Echo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
