1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 41 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet S-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 | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3130 mm |
