1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 46 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 60 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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 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 | 2009 Audi A3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Giulia | A3 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |