1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 968 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, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2003 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | Giulia | Omega |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |