1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 42 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 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Giulia | Viano |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |