1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 998 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 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 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulia | i40 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
