1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 43 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 818 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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Giulia | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 49 L |
