1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 670 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Giulia | Impreza |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |