1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 44 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (159 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 165 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza 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 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Giulia | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 159 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
