1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 48 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 410 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, 2011 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Prius 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 | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Prius |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
