1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 49 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (177 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 400 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 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 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Giulia | 120 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
